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John Cena Turns Heel After 22 Years, Sets Up WrestleMania 41 Clash with Cody Rhodes

Date: 03-apr-2025

John Cena Turns Heel After 22 Years, Sets Up WrestleMania 41 Clash with Cody Rhodes

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In one of the most unexpected turns in recent WWE history, John Cena shocked the wrestling world by executing his first heel move in over two decades. The moment came during Monday Night Raw, when Cena, long regarded as WWE’s ultimate good guy, aligned with none other than Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to deliver a brutal ambush on current WWE Champion Cody Rhodes.

A Moment 22 Years in the Making

John Cena and Cody Rhodes

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Cena, known for his "Hustle, Loyalty, Respect" persona, has held firm as a babyface since rising to stardom in the early 2000s. His sudden alignment with The Rock, a longtime rival, and WWE’s frequent crossover superstar, stunned both fans and commentators alike. Together, they left Cody Rhodes downed in the ring, setting the internet ablaze with speculation.

What It Means for WrestleMania 41

John Cena and Cody Rhodes

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This heel turn is not just a storyline shock—it completely reshapes the narrative heading into WrestleMania 41, scheduled for April 20, 2025. WWE has since confirmed that John Cena will challenge Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship in what promises to be one of the most high-stakes, high-profile main events in recent memory.

Cena Breaks His Silence

In a brief backstage segment following the attack, Cena offered few details but suggested that WWE is entering a “new era of chaos and unpredictability.” He refused to clarify whether his alliance with The Rock is temporary or part of a larger faction forming within WWE programming.

Fan Reaction

  • Longtime Cena fans expressed disbelief at the turn, with many calling it “the end of an era.”
  • Social media erupted, with #CenaHeelTurn and #WrestleMania41 trending worldwide.
  • WWE insiders report a potential shift in Cena's persona, with darker attire and promos expected in the coming weeks.

The WWE Universe now eagerly awaits Cena’s next move—and Rhodes' inevitable response. With WrestleMania just weeks away, all eyes are on what could become one of the most memorable showdowns in modern WWE history.

Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information from various online sources. We do not claim absolute accuracy or completeness. Readers are advised to cross-check facts independently before forming conclusions.

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